Arkansas woman pregnant with 18th child

[Rip Rokken]

The other Duggar children, in between Joshua and Jennifer, are Jana, 18; John-David, 18; Jill, 16; Jessa, 15; Jinger, 14; Joseph, 13; Josiah, 11; Joy-Anna, 10; Jeremiah, 9; Jedidiah, 9; Jason, 7; James, 6; Justin, 5; Jackson, 3; and Johannah, 2.

Omg. Am I the only one who thinks the "same letter" thing is stupid? ESPECIALLY with 18 kids?!?!?!??!?!

No, you are not -- one of the many reasons I called it "geeky".

[Rip Rokken]

My only criticism is that the majority of the parenting duties seems to fall to the kids, more pointedly the daughters. That, and from what I've seen of their specials, they don't seem to be encouraged to have any kind of life outside of their family. What if one of them wants to break away and do their own thing?

It's a major criticism on my part -- let kids be kids -- chores are one thing, but shared parenting responsibilities are another. Heck, I know some people who keep pumping out a few, and get the kids to watch the others while they sit on their fat asses and watch TV. This isn't too far off that mark.

[Sarah]

her husband, Jim Bob Duggar,

hahahahaha

They can land on "Jeddidiah" but they bypassed names like Jordan, Jonathan, Jaime and Jesse? I can't imagine how many names they have to yell before the get the right one. "Jam... Jas... Jo... Ji... I mean... you, over there... yeah you, c'mere."

I wonder how often Johannah and Joy-Anna get confused. [/quote]

[Rhiannon]

I wonder what the warranty is on a uterus?

Domestic? 3 penises, 30,000 bangs. Bumper to bumper. Void on triplets.

Import? 10 penises, 100,000 bangs. Limited power train. Void on commercial use.

[gr8dane]

Reminds me of Groucho Marx.
He had a show in the old days,,forget what it was called.
He was interviewing this couple with 16 or 18 kids.
As they were talking he said'I like my cigar a lot,but I do take it out now and again'.Classic.
Good luck to them though.

[conversationpc]

My only criticism is that the majority of the parenting duties seems to fall to the kids, more pointedly the daughters. That, and from what I've seen of their specials, they don't seem to be encouraged to have any kind of life outside of their family. What if one of them wants to break away and do their own thing?

It's a major criticism on my party -- let kids be kids -- chores are one thing, but shared parenting responsibilities are another. Heck, I know some people who keep pumping out a few, and get the kids to watch the others while they sit on their fat asses and watch TV. This isn't too far off that mark.

Nah...Before the last 40-50 years, large families were the norm and the older kids ALWAYS helped out in whatever way they could. There's absolutely nothing wrong with it.

[Enigma869]

HOLY FUCK! Shit...I thought I had trouble keeping up with one child! This woman definitely needs a new hobby!


John from Boston

[bluejeangirl76]

I wonder what the warranty is on a uterus?

Domestic? 3 penises, 30,000 bangs. Bumper to bumper. Void on triplets.

Import? 10 penises, 100,000 bangs. Limited power train. Void on commercial use.

*dies for an hour*

[Rhiannon]

HOLY FUCK! Shit...I thought I had trouble keeping up with one child! This woman definitely needs a new hobby!

Her hobby is fine, her husband could use a little snippity snip snip, though.
But then again, it's their life, if they can raise 'em... more power to them.

[KenTheDude]

If they really do live debt free, that's awesome. However, I worked with a guy that had 13 kids and he used the welfare system to get free medical, food, etc. I have a problem with that because the guy made about $100,000 a year and he put himself in that situation. He shouldn't be entitled to any welfare as far as I'm concerned. I'm not sure how he was able to pull it off either.

[Rhiannon]

I wonder what the warranty is on a uterus?

Domestic? 3 penises, 30,000 bangs. Bumper to bumper. Void on triplets.

Import? 10 penises, 100,000 bangs. Limited power train. Void on commercial use.

*dies for an hour*

[bluejeangirl76]

HOLY FUCK! Shit...I thought I had trouble keeping up with one child! This woman definitely needs a new hobby!

Her hobby is fine, her husband could use a little snippity snip snip, though.
But then again, it's their life, if they can raise 'em... more power to them.

The home schooling, to me, is the thing that seemed like maybe not the best choice, or at least not one that I would make. School is an important part of development, socialization, etc. Yes I know, if there are 18 kids, that's pretty damn social, but it's different.

But whatever. Not my family, not my business.

[conversationpc]

The home schooling, to me, is the thing that seemed like maybe not the best choice, or at least not one that I would make. School is an important part of development, socialization, etc. Yes I know, if there are 18 kids, that's pretty damn social, but it's different.

That's a fallacy that's brought up by a lot of anti home schooling people. With all the social problems that kids have these days, I'm not sure why so many people still believe this crap. I'd like to see a lot more people stiff the government schools in favor of home schooling.

[Angiekay]

The home schooling, to me, is the thing that seemed like maybe not the best choice, or at least not one that I would make. School is an important part of development, socialization, etc. Yes I know, if there are 18 kids, that's pretty damn social, but it's different.

That's a fallacy that's brought up by a lot of anti home schooling people. With all the social problems that kids have these days, I'm not sure why so many people still believe this crap. I'd like to see a lot more people stiff the government schools in favor of home schooling.

Comedian Bob Zany sells a T-shirt at his shows that says,

[RebornJrny]

My goodness how can you remember the name of these kids? 18 kids? Gimme a break. I only have 2 kids and sometimes they giving me some headaches, but of course they're fun most of the time.
Anyway meet the Duggar family.

[mistiejourney]

at $600 a child they will get back $10,800 in the rebate check..

I really find it incredible her uterus hasn't just fallen right out

Damn, I'm having cramps just thinking about it! I bet she doesn't even have labor any more, one morning she wakes up and there is a kid in the bed!

And it isn't just finding TIME for sex, where do they get the ENERGY?

[NealIsGod]

Q. How Does a Homeschooler Change a Light Bulb?

A. First, mom checks three books on electricity out of the library, then the kids make models of light bulbs, read a biography of Thomas Edison and do a skit based on his life.

Next, everyone studies the history of lighting methods, wrapping up with dipping their own candles.

Then, everyone takes a trip to the store where they compare types of light bulbs, as well as prices, and figure out how much change they’ll get if they buy two bulbs for $1.99 and pay with a five dollar bill.

On the way home, a discussion develops over money.

Finally, after building a ladder out of branches dragged from the woods, the light bulb is installed.

[Saint John]

The home schooling, to me, is the thing that seemed like maybe not the best choice, or at least not one that I would make. School is an important part of development, socialization, etc. Yes I know, if there are 18 kids, that's pretty damn social, but it's different.

That's a fallacy that's brought up by a lot of anti home schooling people. With all the social problems that kids have these days, I'm not sure why so many people still believe this crap. I'd like to see a lot more people stiff the government schools in favor of home schooling.

Great post, Dave.

[Rhiannon]

The home schooling, to me, is the thing that seemed like maybe not the best choice, or at least not one that I would make. School is an important part of development, socialization, etc. Yes I know, if there are 18 kids, that's pretty damn social, but it's different.

But whatever. Not my family, not my business.

Must resist urge to make Arkansas inbreeding joke. Must resist. Must.....

"Jill, will you go to the prom with me?"
"Why yes John-David, I didn't think you'd ever ask me. Momma made me a dress outta yer old sheets."

Fuck. I failed.

[Michigan Girl]

at $600 a child they will get back $10,800 in the rebate check..

I really find it incredible her uterus hasn't just fallen right out

Damn, I'm having cramps just thinking about it! I bet she doesn't even have labor any more, one morning she wakes up and there is a kid in the bed!

And it isn't just finding TIME for sex, where do they get the ENERGY?

"I" would be SCARED!!!

[bluejeangirl76]

I wonder what the warranty is on a uterus?

Domestic? 3 penises, 30,000 bangs. Bumper to bumper. Void on triplets.

Import? 10 penises, 100,000 bangs. Limited power train. Void on commercial use.

*dies for an hour*

Hey, 30,000 bangs, that's a pretty good warranty!
If you figure ages 18 to about 70 (cuz after that, why bother...lol!), that's 11.09 times a week.

Call it 11. The .09 covers the oral... 30,044
(15,022 each - see how nice that worked out? If ONLY it were that even)

[mistiejourney]

The home schooling, to me, is the thing that seemed like maybe not the best choice, or at least not one that I would make. School is an important part of development, socialization, etc. Yes I know, if there are 18 kids, that's pretty damn social, but it's different.

That's a fallacy that's brought up by a lot of anti home schooling people. With all the social problems that kids have these days, I'm not sure why so many people still believe this crap. I'd like to see a lot more people stiff the government schools in favor of home schooling.

I was fortunate enough to be able to send my kids to private, Catholic schools. But I will tell you right now, if I was starting all over without the resources? I'd homeschool. Homeschoolers are not isolated, like I once thought. They get together with other home schooled kids for outings, etc. And.. they have rigorous curriculum standards and tests they must take.

Lots of kids getting scholarships to college who happened to be homeschooled!

[conversationpc]

Q. How Does a Homeschooler Change a Light Bulb?

A. First, mom checks three books on electricity out of the library, then the kids make models of light bulbs, read a biography of Thomas Edison and do a skit based on his life.

Next, everyone studies the history of lighting methods, wrapping up with dipping their own candles.

Then, everyone takes a trip to the store where they compare types of light bulbs, as well as prices, and figure out how much change they’ll get if they buy two bulbs for $1.99 and pay with a five dollar bill.

On the way home, a discussion develops over money.

Finally, after building a ladder out of branches dragged from the woods, the light bulb is installed.

[Angiekay]

Ok, I'm going to be totally catty and superfical for a minute, but aside from poopin' out 17 kids, the thing that has bothered me most about Michelle Duggar is her hair. Would someone PLEASE tell her the mullet needs to go?!! There has to be a talk show somewhere just DYING to have a make over show on this woman!

[Rhiannon]

I wonder what the warranty is on a uterus?

Domestic? 3 penises, 30,000 bangs. Bumper to bumper. Void on triplets.

Import? 10 penises, 100,000 bangs. Limited power train. Void on commercial use.

*dies for an hour*

Hey, 30,000 bangs, that's a pretty good warranty!
If you figure ages 18 to about 70 (cuz after that, why bother...lol!), that's 11.09 times a week.

Call it 11. The .09 covers the oral... 30,044
(15,022 each - see how nice that worked out? If ONLY it were that even)

It's more like, 1 for the first, 10 for the second, and 15,011 for the third.

[conversationpc]

Ok, I'm going to be totally catty and superfical for a minute, but aside from poopin' out 17 kids, the thing that has bothered me most about Michelle Duggar is her hair. Would someone PLEASE tell her the mullets needs to go?!! There has to be a talk show somewhere just DYING to have a make over show on this woman!

It's not a true mullet, since mullets are long in the back and cut short on top and on the sides. Regardless, yes, her hair is atrocious.

[mistiejourney]

You know, I've known of this family for a while and to each their own, but I personally feel there is something wrong with this type of thinking. If something unfortunate happened to one or both of the parents, you have a real mess on your hands. They must be really wealthy, because they have a huge house. Each time I see them and the geeky way they organize and run their family, it's just a huge personal turnoff to me.

As for the religious aspect of it, when my sister first got married about 15 years ago, she said they'd decided not to use any kind of birth control and to let God decide how many kids they should have. I told her, "I can answer that for you -- quite a few. Are you ready?" After the 3rd kid (and she has 3 beautiful daughters), she decided she that being a full-time mom to 3 was taxing her beyond the limits, and got her tubes tied.

If this is God's plan for their life, he'll provide for them whatever the circumstance.

Agreed - and it sure looks like He has, judging by the photo of the family. That's a pretty nice house, and they must be masters at doing all they can with what they have. It's a cute pic. All joking aside, my husband is one of nine and his family is very, very close.

[piecesofeight]

Very cool family..very down to earth people..it's called the 'buddy system' .. not parenting..
Nothing wrong with the kids doing chores..even laundry and cooking..they play all the time and have lots of friends..take great vacations together..
They are obviously a very close family and of course always there for each other..in helping..especially to build that amazing house..they are learning many great skills..they seem very happy and healthy..
They aren't doing anything wrong..they are taking care of them and supporting them..unlike some of the stories we read around here on how children are treated..these children are loved very much..
Actually..they are more 'normal' than many families and what gets me is how well behaved they are..some people cannot even control one kid..
I think it's a great thing and very fascinating..it might be wrong if they couldn't support them or weren't taking care of them..or were sponging of the government..they are doing there own thing and taking care of their own business..kudos..

[RossValoryRocks]

Andrew Dice Clay rewrote a nursery rhyme about this...

"There was an old lady who lived in a shoe...she had so many kids...her uterus fell out!"

[AlteredDNA]

The home schooling, to me, is the thing that seemed like maybe not the best choice, or at least not one that I would make. School is an important part of development, socialization, etc. Yes I know, if there are 18 kids, that's pretty damn social, but it's different.

That's a fallacy that's brought up by a lot of anti home schooling people. With all the social problems that kids have these days, I'm not sure why so many people still believe this crap. I'd like to see a lot more people stiff the government schools in favor of home schooling.

Great post, Dave.

I second this. One of my brother's children are home schooled, and are light years ahead of other kids their age. The oldest is 11. As far as social activities go, they regularly have outings with other home schooled kids, and in the summer, some of the moms have "classes" that any of the kids can attend (sign language, foreign language, etc...). They also do the "regular" kids stuff - baseball, soccer, dance, even golf.

Home schooling is vastly misunderstood by the majority of people that haven't explored it as a viable alternative to the decaying school systems in many cities...